EFCC scapegoating celebrities –Seun Jimoh

Nigerian actor Seun Jimoh has criticized the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) for targeting celebrities in its efforts to combat individuals who misuse the Nigerian currency.

Jimoh expressed his concerns regarding the recent announcement that the commission is preparing to prosecute popular socialite Pascal Okechukwu, known as Cubana Chief Priest, for alleged currency abuse.

This comes shortly after another celebrity, Bobrisky, was sentenced to prison for a similar offense.

Jimoh believes that it is unjust to single out specific individuals for a wrongdoing that a significant portion of the Nigerian population may also be engaged in, as evidenced by numerous videos circulating on the internet.

He argues that this “scapegoating” strategy in cultural reforms is troubling and disregards the mental well-being of Nigerian citizens.

He wrote:

“It looks like scapegoats are being selected to send a message to the general populace. But then, is it not unfair that certain people are being selected for a crime almost 70% of Nigerians or more are guilty of with overwhelming video evidence all over the internet?!

“Why hasn’t anyone ever caught on video spraying money between the time the law has been in effect till now being arrested? Why celebrities? Celebrities are citizens too! This scapegoat approach to cultural reforms is quite sinister and lacks any concern for the mental health of the Nigerian citizens.”